About Bite Me Sportfishing - Bite Me 3
Fish the Kona coast aboard Bite Me 3 with Bite Me Sportfishing on a private Big Island deep sea fishing charter targeting offshore game fish.
Climb aboard Bite Me 3, a 40 foot Egg Harbor built for serious action on Kona's legendary Grander Alley. With an experienced captain, tournament-grade tackle, and a roomy cockpit, you are in prime position to battle blue, black and striped marlin, spearfish, wahoo, yellowfin tuna and mahi-mahi. Bring family or friends; the crew welcomes both private groups and shared charters and is happy to coach first-timers while still challenging seasoned anglers.
Tour Highlights
- Depart Honokohau Harbor, closest port to Kona's hottest fishing grounds
- Try your hand at world-class big game fishing using top-of-the-line gear
- Large tuna tower helps the crew spot fish before they strike
- Family-friendly adventure with an award-winning charter company
Bite Me 3 Vessel Facts
- 40 foot Egg Harbor with shaded or sunny open cockpit and leather couches
- Upper viewing deck provides great photo and lookout spots
- CD stereo with iPod plug-in for onboard music
- Clean restroom and shower
Fishing Gear on Board
- Gold Penn International two-speed reels: five 130s, two 80s, two 50s
- Shimano TLD graphite reels: four TLD-25s, four TLD-15s
- Melton International custom rods and a full-size Murray Brothers fighting chair
- Rupp Tournament outriggers and tuna tubes to keep bait lively
- Assorted lures and tackle selected for Kona's pelagic species
Activity Notes
Where & When
Departs from Honokohau Harbor, 74-425 Kealakehe Parkway, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 View Map
Departure times available at 6:30 am, 10:30 am and 2:30 pm, depending on tour chosen.
Directions for Honokohau Harbor & Check-In:
For Full Day, 3/4 Day or Half Day Morning that checks in before 10:00 am, check in at the boat. The Harbor is 5 miles south of Kona airport and 3 or 4 miles north of Kailua-Kona. At the traffic light intersection, take Kealakehe Parkway from the highway (Hwy 19) towards the ocean. You'll see the sailboat masts from the highway and there's a sign for Honokohau Marina. Take that road lined with coconut palms and stay on that road so you'll be on the south side of the marina waters. Park on the ocean side of the restroom building with the red roof. You'll see a red sign that says "Bite Me 3" near a boat ramp that will drop you down to the vessel.
For 3/4 Day or Half Day Morning that checks in after 10:00 am, check in at the Bite Me Logo Store. The Harbor is 5 miles south of Kona airport and 3 or 4 miles north of Kailua-Kona. At the traffic light intersection, take Kealakehe Parkway from the highway (Hwy 19) towards the ocean. You'll see the sailboat masts from the highway and there's a sign for Honokohau Marina. Take that road lined with coconut palms and go Right at your first opportunity. Immediately on your left is a blue building complex with its own parking lot. The office is right by the flagpole.
Restrictions
There are no specific restrictions for this activity.
Special Notes
Any marlins are catch and release. Any fish 50 lbs or less will be cut and the guest may take home. Anything above 50 lbs will be kept by the captain of the boat.
Operation Days
Daily
Duration
4-8 hours
Capacity
6 passengers
Equipment
The Bite Me 3 is a 40-foot Egg Harbor with a large tuna tower for locating fish.
Vendor
This activity is operated by Bite Me Sportfishing.
